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What’s the most difficult part to writing a novel?

Having the discipline to actually finish it!

Writing a novel is a huge project. No one just sits down and cranks one out without putting a lot of thought and planning into it and, most importantly, getting down to the business of writing on a regular basis.

But if you’re willing to commit to spending an hour or two every day writing, then I can help you get your first novel draft completed in about 10 weeks. Your results are guaranteed!

My 10-week Introductory Novel Writing Course is based on the popular and successful Evan Marshall Novel Writing Plan. In fact, I use it as a text book and guide to follow because I think it’s the best way for a beginning writer to prepare a successful manuscript.

Here’s what we cover:

Week 1: Finding your perfect novel and how to shape a story idea

Week 2: Create your lead character and supporting cast

Week 3: Plotting the way the pros do

Week 4: Interweaving story lines

Week 5: Surprising the reader

Week 6: Ending on all the right notes

Week 7: Putting it all together

Week 8: Mastering action, summary and dialogue

Mastering feelings, thought and background

Week 9: Completing the draft

Week 10: Editing and the final touches

In-class time is a mix of teaching the above writing strategies and showing real-life examples of how they work. We will also spend time writing in class so you’ll have a chance to ask questions as you encounter them. The focus of this course is on getting your novel written rather than on workshopping and critiquing each other’s stories, but if there’s a learning opportunity, we will take it.

My role is to coach you through the novel-writing process, give you constructive feedback and challenge your assumptions. I will hold you to account so that you get your first draft done. I will help you develop your story idea, characters and plotting so you have a clear roadmap to follow.

So… are you up for the challenge? Can you see yourself as a writer with your own finished novel? Sign up today!

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

No. Everyone is welcome and all levels are welcome from beginner to experienced. This course is about getting your novel written.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Carleton University is well-serviced by OC Transpo buses 4, 7 and the O train. There is parking available on campus but you have to pay for it.